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South Dakota Reports Three More Flu Deaths; Seasonal Total Reaches Nine as Cases Rise

The South Dakota Department of Health reported three additional influenza-related deaths in the past week, bringing the 2025-26 season total to nine as statewide flu activity remains widespread.

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DWU Theatre to host cabaret fundraiser

Dakota Wesleyan University’s theatre department will stage a one-hour cabaret fundraiser Feb. 6 at 401 Create by LifeQuest, featuring Broadway musical numbers and scenes from recent campus productions.

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Mitchell Public Library Sees Highest Circulation in 10 Years, Adds New Digital Magazine and Comics Collections

Mitchell Public Library reported its highest total circulation in the past decade in 2025, with physical and digital checkouts rising from 2024. Library officials also noted increased visitor traffic and new OverDrive digital collections.

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South Dakota lawmakers split on data center tax breaks, utility costs and local control

South Dakota lawmakers are debating whether large-scale data centers should get long-term tax incentives and how to protect residents from potential utility and infrastructure cost impacts as proposals advance in Pierre.

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Thune’s Office Accepting Summer Internship, Senate Page Program Applications

U.S. Sen. John Thune is accepting applications for paid summer internships in Washington, D.C., and in South Dakota offices in Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls. Thune is also taking applications for the Senate Page Program, with separate deadlines in March and April.

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HB 1095 delayed amid concerns over mid-process election changes

Lawmakers delayed a bill Tuesday that aimed to standardize election petition deadlines. They raised concerns about changing election rules while candidates were already gathering signatures.

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South Dakota House committee advances measure to repeal Medicaid expansion, sending HJR 5002 to House floor

A South Dakota House committee voted 8-4 to advance HJR 5002, a proposed constitutional amendment that would ask voters in 2026 whether to repeal Medicaid expansion.

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Mitchell High School hires Amy Tyler as new head volleyball coach

Mitchell High School has hired longtime Wagner coach Amy Tyler as its next head volleyball coach, pending school board approval. Tyler brings state-title experience and recent coaching time with the Kernels.

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Attorney General Jackley Files Argument for South Dakota Jurisdiction Over Mayday Health in New York Federal Court

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says he will personally argue in federal court in New York on Thursday that a South Dakota state court — not a New York federal court — should decide whether Mayday Health’s abortion pill advertisements in South Dakota are deceptive and unlawful.

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South Dakota Future Fund oversight bill killed in Senate committee on 5-4 vote

A bill to tighten oversight of South Dakota’s Future Fund won’t advance this session after a Senate committee voted 5-4 to send it to the 41st legislative day. Supporters wanted safeguards in state law, while opponents pointed to Gov. Larry Rhoden’s recent executive order on transparency.

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Armour Community Foundation Tops $250K Goal, Earns $31,250 Match

The Armour Community Foundation says it has surpassed its $250,000 fundraising goal, triggering a $31,250 matching grant from the Lillibridge Family Fund at the South Dakota Community Foundation. Leaders say the added dollars will strengthen a permanent endowment supporting future projects and scholarships in the Armour area.

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Attorney General Jackley Announces 11 Indictments in Connection With Suspected Prison Drug Overdose Death

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says 11 people have been indicted in connection with the Nov. 17, 2025 overdose death of inmate Timothy Tyree at Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield. Authorities say an autopsy found Tyree ingested synthetic cannabinoids (K2).

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Mitchell seeks bids again for Tornado Safe Room project; proposals due Feb. 12

The City of Mitchell is accepting sealed proposals for the Tornado Safe Room project rebid, with bids due 1:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 2026. Bids will be opened publicly in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

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Glass Slipper Giveaway offers free prom dresses Jan. 31 at RiverTree Church in Mitchell

Students can pick out a free new or like-new prom dress during the 15th annual Glass Slipper Giveaway on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at RiverTree Church in Mitchell. No application is required, and accessories are also available.

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South Dakota Senate committee advances hemp-derived THC, kratom ban bills without recommendation

The Senate Health and Human Services Committee sent SB 61 (hemp-derived THC) and SB 77 (kratom) to the full Senate “without recommendation” after unanimous votes, signaling lawmakers are split on how — or whether — to regulate the substances.

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Terry Sabers announces run for South Dakota House District 20 seat

Mitchell businessman and longtime community volunteer Terry Sabers says he’s running for the South Dakota House in District 20, focusing on workforce development, technical education and fiscal responsibility.

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DWU Sioux Falls Nursing program has new location

Dakota Wesleyan University has relocated its in-person Associate of Science in Nursing program in Sioux Falls to 817 W. Russell St., citing expanded space and improved parking access.

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The governor says the bill protects religious freedom; critics question whether the out-of-state incident cited justifies a felony escalation.

Gov. Larry Rhoden on Friday announced legislation that would make disrupting a religious service a felony in South Dakota, arguing the change is needed to deter protests interfering with worship.  Senate Bill 113 would elevate an existing misdemeanor offense to a felony when a person intentionally targets a house of worship. Disrupting a religious service is already illegal under state law.

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City of Brookings launches OnBoardGOV system to manage boards, commissions and applications

The City of Brookings has rolled out OnBoardGOV, an online board management portal designed to improve transparency on vacancies and term expirations and make it easier for residents to apply to serve.

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South Dakota tourism hits record highs in 2025 with 14.97 million visitors and $5.16B spending

South Dakota tourism set new records in 2025, with nearly 15 million visitors spending $5.16 billion statewide, according to an annual economic impact study released by Travel South Dakota.

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WEEKEND SPORTS: Area HS games, Mitchell & DWU’s trio of events, SDSU Hoops & Timberwolves vs Grizzlies

Area high school basketball games for the weekend, Mitchell & DWU busy slates, SDSU Summit League games & Timberwolves vs Grizzlies.

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South Dakota Reports Three More Flu Deaths; Seasonal Total Reaches Nine as Cases Rise

South Dakota WIC program federal government shutdown South Dakota Department of Health Melissa Magstadt women infants and children WIC services South Dakota nutrition education breastfeeding support healthy food assistance family health programs

The South Dakota Department of Health reported three additional influenza-related deaths in the past week, bringing the 2025-26 season total to nine as statewide flu activity remains widespread.

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DWU Theatre to host cabaret fundraiser

Dakota Wesleyan University theatre cabaret DWU Theatre fundraiser Mitchell SD Broadway cabaret 401 Create by LifeQuest event Mitchell South Dakota theatre event Feb. 6 2026 Broadway musical numbers Mitchell SD DWU Ron and Sheilah Gates Department of Theatre Dakota Wesleyan University performing arts things to do in Mitchell SD Feb. 6 Mitchell SD live performance Friday night downtown Mitchell events theatre fundraiser tickets $10 Givebutter DWU tickets American College Theater Festival travel fundraiser ACTF Rochester Minnesota student travel college theatre festival South Dakota students

Dakota Wesleyan University’s theatre department will stage a one-hour cabaret fundraiser Feb. 6 at 401 Create by LifeQuest, featuring Broadway musical numbers and scenes from recent campus productions.